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A Microsoft still needs to clarify its intentions regarding the acquisition of the Activision Blizzard before the U.S. government. Documents submitted to the authorities are now being used as evidence, revealing a competitor for the PS5 Digital, the Xbox Series X “Brooklin”.
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The giant stated that it has no plans for a mid-generation console update, but according to the document, that does not appear to be true. Apparently, the company is working on three new consoles.
The first one, codenamed Ellewood, is a minor update to the Xbox Series S (expected to arrive around September 2024), while Brooklyn, scheduled for November 2024, a new disc-less version of the Xbox Series X.
Details on the Xbox Series X “Brooklin”
The Xbox Series X “Brooklin” will be digital-only, featuring a cylindrical design, 2TB of internal storage, faster Wi-Fi, Microsoft’s new and updated Xbox controller, lower power consumption, a front-facing USB-C port, and a price of $499.
About the Xbox Series S “Ellewood”
Meanwhile, the Xbox Series S “Ellewood” will retain its current design, a price of $299, 1TB of internal storage, faster Wi-Fi, Microsoft’s new and updated Xbox controller, and lower power consumption, and is scheduled to launch in August of next year.
Sebile Control
The Sebile controller will be equipped with haptic feedback, an accelerometer, and a gyroscope, and will feature a black-and-white color scheme. It will have direct connectivity to the cloud, support Bluetooth 5.2, and include speakers based on a haptic solution. The buttons will be quieter, and it will feature a rechargeable, replaceable battery. The analog sticks will be modular, allowing users to turn on the device simply by picking it up. It is scheduled to be announced in the first quarter of 2024.
Phil Spencer bought a PS5 bundle that included *Horizon Forbidden West*
In addition, it has been revealed that Xbox head Phil Spencer is keeping an eye on the strategy of the Sony of selling console bundles, and he himself purchased a bundle that included *Horizon Forbidden West*.
Source: Eurogamer